Wine and hockey (not concurrently)

As we all wait for the start of training camp, here are a couple Southern California-based, Kings-related events that might grab your interest…

First, analyst Jim Fox is hosting a “Sunset Wine Reception” on Thurs., Sept. 8 at the Long Beach Yacht Club, with proceeds benefitting The Guidance Center, a Long Beach-based nonprofit organization that seeks to help disadvantaged children and their families as they deal with aspects of mental illness. Fox’s event will take place from 6-8:30 p.m. and includes dinner, a wine-tasting reception and a silent auction. Luc Robitaille, Bob Miller and Heidi Androl are also scheduled to participate in the event, with tickets available for $100 (or $175 per couple) by clicking here. For those who don’t know Jim, or don’t follow him on Facebook and/or Twitter, wine isn’t just a hobby. He’s very fervent about all aspects of it and knows his stuff, so it should be a fun evening. [Jim Fox gratefully reported this afternoon that the event is sold out.]

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